Teen Focused Activities

Because there are no children at camp, all activities and events can be teen & tween focused. Directors at SMA can can focus all of their programming specifically for young teenagers ages 12 to 16.

From exciting evening activities to white water rafting to team build events, all activities and events at Stone Mountain Adventuress are designed on a level that is more physically, intellectually, and emotionally challenging for teens. Teens are physically able to do more than elementary age campers and emotionally more mature. Most teens also prefer to do camp activities and interact with others their own age.

Great Camp, Great Staff

One of our greatest strengths at SMA is our camp counselors. They are dynamic, responsible, skillful, fair and funny – our staff listens, cares and treats everyone with respect.

Camp counselors at SMA put the needs of the campers first. They are between the ages of 21 and 25 and are excited to be spending their summer at camp with kids.

Watersports + Adventure Activities

SMA is a fantastic choice for kids who love the water. Watersports at SMA include Swimming Wakeboarding, Waterskiing, Sailing, SUP, Canoeing, kayaking, Fishing and once each session Whiter Water Rafting. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran at these watersports our experienced staff are there to assist you every step of the way.

Our outdoor adventure activities and watersports challenge campers give them the opportunity to learn new skills and have fun outside everyday!

Easy to be a First Time Camper

Stone mountain Adventures is a smaller, family oriented camp with about 60 campers per session. Because of our size campers make the transition to feeling "at home" at SMA very quickly. This happens at SMA because:

Returning campers are Kind + welcoming

Our staff are enthusiastic and meet the everyone needs everyday

Director Jud creates an atmosphere at SMA that is exciting + inclusive

Make Friends + Build Confidence

An overnight summer camp experience at SMA is a unique opportunity for kids to gain independence from mom and dad while learning and growing in a safe and supported environment.

At SMA campers build confidence by challenging themselves on outdoor adventure activities, watersports and traditional sports. These experiences help campers at SMA to develop self esteem, independence and a sense of responsibility and accomplishment. Sharing these experiences others turns peers into the strong bonds of friendship that is so meaningful and important to young teenagers.

Tradition, Safety and Excellence

Stone Mountain Adventures summer camp for teenagers was founded in 1983 by Pam and Biff Houldin. Current Camp Director (son of Pam and Biff) grew up at camp attending camp as a camper and working there as a counselor. He and his wife Anne bring a combined 40+ years experience teaching in a traditional school setting, coaching, leading international trips for high school students, leading wilderness trips and working as a mountaineering guide.

Year after year, the greatest concern is the safety of our campers and staff. Constant attention is given to the physical and emotional health of all involved. Precautions are taken and safety is paramount (seat belts, helmets, life jackets, etc. are non-negotiable). Being a small camp helps Director Jud keep a finger on the pulse of camp and maintain high health and safety standards.

"This was my first overnight camp experience and I was really nervous about making friends, but it turns our I had nothing to worry about. The counselors and campers were so friendly and because it is a small camp we soon felt like once big crazy family!"

- Sam Thompson, 14

"I tried so many new activities at SMA this summer like wakebording, horseback riding and white water rafting. I pushed myself and accomplished things I never thought possible while at the same time making friends that will last a lifetime. I can honestly say this was the best summer of my life."